Root Canal Therapy in Peoria & Galesburg IL
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million times every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures.
Symptoms of a Root Canal
Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical root canal treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required.
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Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment.
We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

Healthy Tooth

Tooth Anatomy

Inflammation

Cleaned Canals

Filling Placed

Healed Tooth
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth.
It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will it cost?
The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
Midwest Endodontic Specialists LTD
Patient Review By Sue K
My experience for the root canal procedure was incredible! I had had a root canal at another office probably 15-20 years ago. It was not a good experience. The experience with Dr. Benjamin and Jamie was so much better! No pain, no discomfort; they let me know what they were doing and what I would feel. It was totally painless. I would highly recommend this office. Thank you so much!
- Sue K
Patient Review By Chris H
After an initial quick look, we discussed whether or not I should have a root canal on the tooth in question with Dr. Benjamin, there was no pressure. We decided together to go ahead with the procedure. Between the Dr. and his assistant (Caitlin I think) it was a pleasure watching them work. A well choreographed and orchestrated passing of dental instruments back & forth above my face, all the while Dr. Benjamin explaining what he was doing, and how much longer he would be. Not a bit of pain or discomfort during or after the root canal.
- Chris H
Patient Review By Dan H
The experience was great and easy from start to finish. The office staff explained my insurance in detail and answered all my questions. The assistance was friendly and informative. Dr. Fabian explained everything he did throughout the procedure. I would recommend this office to everyone. Pain free.
- Dan H
Patient Review By aaron j
Very profressional, very nice. I was treated wonderful. Thank you!
- aaron j
Patient Review By Erin P.
I was extremely nervous about going in for my root canal. The second I walked into the office, my nerves started to become at ease. The receptionists were very kind, the dental assistant was very relaxed (which made me relaxed), and Dr. Fabian was very friendly and matter of fact. I appreciated being treated as a person and not just another root canal. Dr. Fabian was very informative during my entire procedure as well as quick and careful. I would highly recommend this place to anyone (especially people with anxiety or nervous feelings about dental work)!
- Erin P.
Patient Review By Carita G
After a bad experience with a previous dentist, I had to see Dr. Benjamin for a root canal. His staff was helpful and courteous. The procedure was quick and painless. I am extremely satisfied with the service I received at Midwest Endodontic Specialists. Thank you, again, Dr. Benjamin for your care!
- Carita G
Patient Review By JoAnn S
Considerate, caring, and the best! He showed me the x-rays, explained the procedure, and he made sure that I felt no pain. He was concerned with my overall health. I am glad I had him to do my root canal!
- JoAnn S
Patient Review By Bonnie S
I am very much a coward & Dr. Benjamin & his assistant were so kind, gentle, & caring to make sure I was feeling no pain. I hope I don't need anymore root canals, but if I ever do, I would go back to them without question.
- Bonnie S
Patient Review By Sharon W
I had been experiencing severe pain in an upper molar that my dentist had replaced a filling in. Dr. Fabian got me in right away and did a root canal. I had never had a root canal before and was concerned about it being a painful experience but I was pleasantly surprised that I experienced no pain during or after the procedure. Dr. Fabian and his staff are very professional and empathetic. I highly recommend Midwest Endodontics.
- Sharon W
Patient Review By Wally Philipp
Dr. Fabian...I was pleased with care I received from Dr. Fabian. He was courteous, put the patient at ease and performed the root canal painlessly with minimal discomfort. Thoroughly explained what he had done when finished and aftercare required of tooth. Would recommend him to others.
- Wally Philipp
Patient Review By iva P
Wait time to get into MD was is long when your in pain, 2 weeks; but I found that at other places as well. Assistant to MD should introduce herself to patients. It's nice to know who is taking care of you. Everyone was professional and kind. Dr. Benjamin was great. I've had a few root canals in my day and I must say this was the least painful and quickest recovery time. I would recommend this office and MD to my family and friends.
- iva P
Patient Review By Frank R
Tough to get old and have your teeth start to talk back to you for all the years of grinding that they have had to put up with. If you have to have a root canal done, the Midwest Endodontic folks are the best. This wash my second one and both have been very successful and were painless except for the initial numbing shot. Absolutely, Dr. Fabian for President!
- Frank R
Patient Review By John
I have seen Dr. Fabian for the dreaded root canal. He is amazing at what he does and has the most pleasant bedside manner. His personality is a wonderful complement to what he does. He explained the entire procedure and puts your mind at ease. It was done without any discomfort and performed very quickly. I have had a root canal in another office and it doesn't compare. His staff is friendly and they all function great together. You can tell they have done these procedures a lot. The entire treatment is even done with a microscope. Definitely A+++.
- John
Patient Review By Andrea S
I was very impressed with the level of customer service and care provided by Dr. Benjamin. He met me for an emergency appointment on a day off and provided the immediate relief that was needed. I highly recommend Dr. Benjamin!
- Andrea S
Patient Review By Bruce Dudley e
Bed side manner was wonderful. They understood my issues and made the procedure a God sent, as I had NO PAIN after the root canal, not even the day after.
- Bruce Dudley e
Patient Review By Lynn D
I hated to hear the news from my periodontist that I'd need a root canal. Dr. Benjamin accepted me as a patient and I am so grateful! The office staff worked with my schedule to make the appointments for the evaluation and the procedure. Dr. Benjamin explained exactly what he would, how it would solve the problem, what to expect after the procedure and how long the procedure would take. I was stunned when I was in and out of the office in exactly the time he said it would take and experienced absolutely NO pain or discomfort. His assistants are wonderful too. Dr. Benjamin's demeanor and "bedside" manner are outstanding. I'd much rather have a root canal procedure again than any other dental/periodontal work I've have done!
- Lynn D
Patient Review By Jen C
I've had a history of terrible experiences at dentists until I started going to Dr. Nicole at Donlan Dental Group who has had to refer me to Dr. Fabian twice for root canals and once for an endodontic procedure. Every experience with Dr. Fabian has been great! I've always had a hard time numbing for procedures but have never had that issue with Dr. Fabian. He does great work with as little discomfort to the patient as possible. He has a great, friendly personality and always makes me feel comfortable, informed and like my comfort and results are a priority to him.
- Jen C
Patient Review By Ben S
Excellent experience. truly rock star root canal docs!
- Ben S